The 20 Best Songs of 2024, Ranked

The year's best new music, from Rolling Stone

1. "As It Was" by Harry Styles

The lead single from Styles' third album, Harry's House, "As It Was" is a synth-pop ballad about the passage of time and the challenges of growing up. The song was a commercial success, topping the charts in several countries and becoming one of the most popular songs of the year.

2. "About Damn Time" by Lizzo

Lizzo's "About Damn Time" is a feel-good anthem about self-love and acceptance. The song is a celebration of Lizzo's own journey to self-acceptance, and it has resonated with listeners around the world. "About Damn Time" was a critical and commercial success, winning Song of the Year at the 2023 Grammy Awards.

3. "Break My Soul" by Beyoncé

Beyoncé's "Break My Soul" is a powerful dance anthem that celebrates Black culture and resilience. The song is a departure from Beyoncé's previous work, and it has been praised for its message of empowerment and liberation. "Break My Soul" was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

4. "First Class" by Jack Harlow

Jack Harlow's "First Class" is a catchy hip-hop track that samples Fergie's 2006 hit "Glamorous." The song is about Harlow's rise to fame, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

5. "Bad Habit" by Steve Lacy

Steve Lacy's "Bad Habit" is a slow-burning R&B ballad about a toxic relationship. The song is a showcase for Lacy's songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

6. "Heat Waves" by Glass Animals

Glass Animals' "Heat Waves" is a dreamy indie-pop song about the challenges of young adulthood. The song is a slow-burner, but it builds to a powerful crescendo that has resonated with listeners around the world. "Heat Waves" was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

7. "abcdefu" by Gayle

Gayle's "abcdefu" is a pop-punk anthem about a toxic relationship. The song is a cathartic release for anyone who has ever been hurt by a lover, and it has resonated with listeners around the world. "abcdefu" was a commercial success, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

8. "Stay" by The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber

The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber's "Stay" is a pop-punk ballad about a relationship that is on the rocks. The song is a showcase for both artists' vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

9. "Good 4 U" by Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo's "Good 4 U" is a pop-punk anthem about a relationship that has ended badly. The song is a showcase for Rodrigo's songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

10. "Shivers" by Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran's "Shivers" is a pop ballad about a new relationship. The song is a showcase for Sheeran's songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

11. "We Don't Talk About Bruno" from Encanto

The song "We Don't Talk About Bruno" from the Disney film Encanto is a catchy Latin-inspired tune about the family's black sheep. The song is a fan favorite, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

12. "STAY" by The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber

The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber's "STAY" is a pop-punk ballad about a relationship that is on the rocks. The song is a showcase for both artists' vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

13."Smokin Out the Window" by Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, and Silk Sonic

>Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, and Silk Sonic's "Smokin Out the Window" is a catchy R&B track about a love that is on the rocks. The song is a showcase for the artists' songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

14. "Woman" by Doja Cat

Doja Cat's "Woman" is a rap-pop anthem about female empowerment. The song is a showcase for Doja Cat's rapping and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

15. "Attention" by Omah Lay

Omah Lay's "Attention" is an Afrobeat track about a relationship that is on the rocks. The song is a showcase for Omah Lay's songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

16. "Essence" by Wizkid featuring Tems

Wizkid and Tems' "Essence" is an Afrobeat track about a love that is on the rocks. The song is a showcase for the artists' songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

17. "Peaches" by Justin Bieber featuring Daniel Caesar and Giveon

Justin Bieber's "Peaches" is a pop-R&B track about a love that is on the rocks. The song is a showcase for the artists' songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

18. "Leave the Door Open" by Silk Sonic

Silk Sonic's "Leave the Door Open" is a smooth R&B track about a love that is on the rocks. The song is a showcase for the artists' songwriting and vocal skills, and it has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

19. "drivers license" by Olivia Rodrigo

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